Franz Wagner Downgraded To Out Against 76ers
4 months agoOrlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle) has been downgraded from questionable to out for Friday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Friday's matchup will rise the tally to an eighth straight absence for Wagner with a sprained right ankle, but head coach Jamahl Mosley expected the former first-rounder to be back "sooner than later" as of Wednesday. Wagner has not resumed contact work, however, and the Magic will continue to evaluate him on a day-to-day basis. The 22-year-old German wing aims to suit back up during Sunday's Southeast Division battle against the Miami Heat. Caleb Houstan is trending down despite his regular inclusion in Orlando's starting group with Wagner sidelined, but Chuma Okeke is worth a look in deep fantasy leagues for his ability to chip in across the board and stabilize each category.
Source: NBA.com
Source: NBA.com